Assistant General Counsel, International Trade
Core
Lead counsel on U.S. and global trade regimes, ensuring compliance with export/import laws, sanctions, and investment restrictions for Intuitive Surgical.
Role type
Senior in-house Assistant General Counsel (International Trade)
Builds
Trade compliance policies, risk assessments, and regulatory guidance for global supply chain and M&A activities.
Domain
Legal / International Trade Compliance / Regulatory
Deliverable
client delivery
Required skills
U.S. and international trade regulations expertise, export controls, economic sanctions, foreign direct investment regimes, third-party due diligence, risk assessment, policy development, external counsel management
Preferred skills
Multinational company trade initiative experience, predictive legal analysis
Technologies
U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, UK Bribery Act, CFIUS, FTZs, FTAs
Responsibilities
Advise on export/import/customs compliance and trade sanctions; support third-party management and anti-corruption compliance; monitor geopolitical developments and translate into actionable guidance; coordinate trade exposure assessment for M&A and equity investments; develop and deliver trade compliance training; conduct risk assessments and investigations; supervise outside counsel on trade projects
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC